Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
agon
noun
/ˈæɡ.ən/
Definition
A struggle or contest, often associated with conflict or competition, especially in literature and drama.
Examples
- The agon between the hero and the antagonist drives the plot forward.
- During the debate, there was a clear agon between differing viewpoints.
- In literature, the agon often reflects larger societal conflicts.
Meaning
In classical literature, particularly in Greek plays, an agon refers to the conflict or argument that takes place between characters or ideas. It symbolizes the struggle inherent in any competition or contest.
Synonyms
- conflict
- struggle
- contest
- argument
- dispute
